Explore Executive Recruiter Jobs

Executive recruiters help organizations identify and hire senior leaders, including executives, board members, and other high-impact professionals. These roles combine strategic talent acquisition, relationship building, market research, and a strong understanding of business needs. Explore executive recruiter opportunities on Ladders, where listed jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more.

What Executive Recruiters Do

Executive recruiters partner with company leaders and hiring teams to define leadership requirements, find qualified candidates, assess experience and fit, and guide candidates and clients through the hiring process. Depending on the role, they may work in-house, at an executive search firm, or as an independent consultant.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in executive search, recruiting, or senior-level talent acquisition, along with excellent communication, discretion, and relationship management. Research and sourcing skills, knowledge of an industry or function, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex searches are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer and position.

Executive Recruiter Career Opportunities

Executive recruiter titles can include executive search consultant, senior executive recruiter, managing director of executive search, and talent acquisition leader. Professionals may advance into search firm leadership, corporate talent acquisition leadership, or specialized recruiting roles focused on particular industries or executive functions.

Find Executive Recruiter Jobs on Ladders

Browse executive recruiter openings to compare responsibilities, employers, and compensation details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced recruiters discover opportunities that align with their background and career goals.

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$75K - $95K *

Optimize your career by joining a dynamic talent team to enhance recruitment processes, support hiring managers, and ensure a seamless candidate experience in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing talent acquisition for diverse industrial sectors. Drive strategic workforce planning, build high-performing teams, and enhance recruiting processes to meet project deman...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $127K *

Shape executive talent strategies by analyzing and integrating diverse data sources. Utilize advanced analytics to provide actionable insights, support succession planning, and enhance leadership deve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the Human Resources Systems Team, overseeing HR applications like Workday, managing system security, and driving data analysis projects to enhance operational efficiency an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine the recruitment landscape by crafting a strategic approach to attract top physician talent. Collaborate with leadership to enhance candidate experiences and implement innovative sourcing met...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Help us shape the future of our GTM team by recruiting top talent for our rapidly growing AI-native accounting platform. Partner with hiring managers to identify and attract exceptional candidates whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower our talent strategy by leading proactive sourcing initiatives that build and manage robust talent pipelines while collaborating with hiring leaders to enhance recruitment outcomes and fill cri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic sourcing initiatives to build proactive talent pipelines, engage candidates, and collaborate with hiring leaders to enhance recruitment strategies, leveraging market insights and da...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Empower talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting for technical and skilled roles in the energy sector. Collaborate closely with hiring managers to build strong talent pipelines and execute...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$196K - $265K *

Shape your career by leading comprehensive equity research to deliver actionable insights and improve portfolio performance, collaborating closely with a high-performing team and influencing investmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $265K *

Elevate your impact by driving innovative equity research that influences investment strategies. Leverage your analytical skills and industry expertise to uncover actionable insights that enhance port...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower the CEO's success by managing complex schedules, logistics, and communications within a dynamic, high-growth environment. Serve as a key strategic partner while ensuring seamless operations an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Manage the candidate experience and streamline recruiting processes across portfolio companies, ensuring a top-notch experience while supporting talent teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Idea...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$97K - $182K *

Empower lateral associate recruiting across diverse U.S. practices. Manage end-to-end searches, engage with hiring partners, and ensure a seamless candidate experience while adapting to shifting deman...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic recruiting role, managing full-cycle searches across diverse teams. Collaborate with hiring managers to build candidate pipelines and enhance your sourcing and assessme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by leading a global alumni engagement program that enhances brand reputation and fosters community connections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Drive the strategic evolution of a global alumni program, enhancing engagement and brand equity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement initiatives that strengthen alumni connections and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Lead the strategic execution of a global alumni program, enhancing engagement and brand reputation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives that support business priorities and fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of alumni engagement by leading strategic initiatives, managing global programs, and fostering connections that enhance brand reputation and community ties. Collaborate across teams t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $90K *

Manage full-cycle recruitment for technical and leadership roles across multiple facilities, leveraging innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in competitive markets while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance and reporting, collaborating across teams to navigate complex U.S. and international tax matters, enhance processes through innovation, and support team development i...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Elevate tax compliance and reporting by leading a team to manage complex U.S. and international tax matters, ensuring accurate provision calculations, compliance, and innovative process improvements a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $130K *

Drive success in commercial renovation projects by providing precise estimates, engaging clients, and fostering collaboration within a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality results in the ho...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Advance recruitment efforts by coordinating processes for law school hiring, lateral associate onboarding, and summer programs. Collaborate with team members to enhance candidate experience and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $125K *

Champion full-cycle recruiting across diverse GTM functions, partnering with leaders to attract top talent. Utilize innovative strategies and AI tools to enhance efficiency and drive results in a dyna...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an executive recruiter do?question toggle

    An executive recruiter finds and evaluates candidates for senior leadership positions. They work with employers to understand role requirements, source potential candidates, manage interviews, and support the search through hiring.

  • Where do executive recruiters work?question toggle

    Executive recruiters may work for executive search firms, in corporate talent acquisition teams, or independently as consultants. Their clients and specialties vary by industry, company size, and leadership function.

  • What qualifications are helpful for executive recruiter jobs?question toggle

    Relevant recruiting or executive search experience is often valuable. Employers may also look for strong communication, discretion, candidate research and sourcing skills, relationship management, and knowledge of a specific industry or function.

  • How can I find executive recruiter jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for executive recruiter and related executive search roles. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each posting for its specific compensation and requirements.

  • What career paths can executive recruiters pursue?question toggle

    Executive recruiters can advance to senior search consultant or managing director roles, lead executive search practices, move into corporate talent acquisition leadership, or specialize in recruiting for a particular industry or executive function.